Online Volunteer for Financial Projection Framework

Job Posting Organization:
Agoro Community Development Association (ACDA) operates through the Enabling Rural Opportunity Network (ERONet), a community-based nonprofit organization founded on August 27, 2001, in Lamwo District, Northern Uganda. ERONet focuses on improving the lives of women, girls, youth, and vulnerable households in rural, post-conflict, and refugee-hosting communities. The organization aims to strengthen resilient and inclusive rural communities by supporting girls' education, protecting women and girls, enhancing livelihoods, and promoting community resilience. Currently, ERONet is finalizing its revised Strategic Plan for 2025–2030, which emphasizes the need for improved financial planning and donor readiness.

Job Overview:
The position of Online Volunteer is crucial for ERONet as it transitions from a grassroots initiative to a more robust locally led development organization. The volunteer will play a significant role in developing a realistic and donor-ready five-year financial projection that aligns with ERONet's Strategic Plan for 2025–203

• This role involves collaborating with the director" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Executive Director and the strategic planning team to review existing financial information, analyze strategic priorities, and benchmark against similar organizations. The volunteer will also be responsible for creating a financial projection framework that supports the organization's strategic objectives and implementation phases, thereby enhancing ERONet's capacity to engage with donors and other partners.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Online Volunteer will undertake several key responsibilities, including:

• Reviewing ERONet’s revised Strategic Plan for 2025–2030 to understand its objectives and priorities.
• Analyzing existing organizational financial information and annual reports to assess current financial health.
• Conducting benchmarking and light research on comparable grassroots and community-based organizations in Uganda and the region to inform financial projections.
• Developing a realistic five-year financial projection framework that aligns with ERONet’s strategic objectives and implementation phases.
• Supporting the development of estimated annual budgets and identifying funding growth pathways.
• Proposing potential funding streams and resource mobilization approaches suitable for a grassroots organization focused on women and community issues.
• Assisting in drafting a concise Financial Sustainability and Resource Mobilization section for inclusion in the Strategic Plan.
• Participating in virtual discussions and feedback sessions with the ERONet team as needed.
• Submitting editable final documents and tables in Word and/or Excel format. The assignment will primarily involve email communication and occasional virtual meetings, with ERONet providing all necessary background documents.

Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate for this volunteer position should possess a strong background in financial planning, budgeting, and resource mobilization. They should have experience working with nonprofit organizations, particularly in developing financial projections and sustainability plans. Familiarity with the challenges faced by grassroots organizations in post-conflict settings is highly desirable. The candidate should also demonstrate strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and concisely.

Educational Background:
A degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field is required for this position. Advanced degrees or certifications in financial management or nonprofit management would be an advantage. The candidate should have a solid understanding of financial principles and practices, particularly as they relate to nonprofit organizations.

Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in financial planning, budgeting, and resource mobilization, preferably within the nonprofit sector. Experience working with community-based organizations or in developing countries is highly beneficial. The ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote setting is essential.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, as all communications and documentation will be conducted in English. Knowledge of local languages spoken in Uganda would be an asset but is not required.

Additional Notes:
This is a volunteer position that allows for remote work, providing flexibility in terms of hours and location. The assignment duration is not specified, but it is expected to align with the development of the five-year financial projection framework. The role is suitable for individuals looking to gain experience in nonprofit financial planning and contribute to the sustainability of a community-focused organization.